2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1991 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Lincoln Town Car. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Lincoln Town Car would be higher. At 6,063 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee (427 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1991 Lincoln Town Car. (210 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1991 Lincoln Town Car. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 390 kg more than 1991 Lincoln Town Car. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Lincoln Town Car. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee (526 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Lincoln Town Car. (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Lincoln Town Car.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1991 Lincoln Town Car | |
Make | Jeep | Lincoln |
Model | Grand Cherokee | Town Car |
Year Released | 2009 | 1991 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6063 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 427 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 526 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 90.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2220 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2990 mm |